Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ecolab achieved record-breaking sales, margins, earnings per share, and free cash flow in 2025, with a 15% adjusted EPS growth in Q4 [4][5] - Organic sales grew by 3%, driven by 3% value pricing and positive volume growth, with underlying organic operating income growth of 12% [5][7] - The organic operating income margin expanded by 140 basis points to 18.5%, resulting in a full-year operating income margin of 18%, up 150 basis points from the previous year [7][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Food & Beverage sales accelerated to 5%, while Pest Elimination and Life Sciences both grew by 7% [5][6] - Institutional sales growth remained consistent, excluding the impact from lower distributor inventories, with strong double-digit growth in Global High-Tech and Ecolab Digital [6][7] - The overall underlying volume growth reached 2%, with expectations for volume growth to normalize in Q1 2026 [6][7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Global High-Tech segment is expected to grow strong double digits, driven by AI demand and the need for ultra-pure water in semiconductor manufacturing [15][34] - The water business grew 2% organically in Q4, with a 5% growth rate when excluding pulp and paper, which are currently in a down cycle [52][54] - The paper and basic industries are expected to recover, contributing positively to overall growth in 2026 [80] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Ecolab's priorities for 2026 include rapidly growing total value delivered to customers, accelerating the One Ecolab Growth Initiative, and fueling growth engines [9][10] - The company anticipates 3%-4% organic sales growth in 2026, with total reported sales expected to grow in the upper single digits [9][20] - Ecolab is focusing on leveraging technology and AI to enhance operational efficiency and customer value, aiming for a significant increase in cost savings through the One Ecolab initiative [14][70] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to deliver strong performance in 2026, with expectations for reported sales growth of 7%-9% and organic growth accelerating throughout the year [20] - The management highlighted the importance of new business wins and maintaining strong customer relationships as key drivers for growth [57][59] - There is optimism regarding the recovery of the paper and basic industries, with expectations for improved performance as the year progresses [80] Other Important Information - Ecolab's digital business has grown to $400 million in annual sales, with expectations for continued growth driven by innovative digital solutions [18][75] - The company has raised its savings target from the One Ecolab initiative to $325 million by 2027, reflecting the success of the program [14][71] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you elaborate on the volume cadence as you move through the year? - Management indicated that volume growth is expected to improve, with 85% of businesses performing well and a normalization of distributor inventory anticipated [24][28] Question: What are the growth opportunities in the Global High-Tech segment post-Ovivo acquisition? - The Global High-Tech segment is projected to grow strong double digits, with significant opportunities in semiconductor manufacturing and data centers [30][34] Question: Can you provide insights on the drivers for margin expansion? - Margin expansion is expected to be driven by gross margins and SG&A leverage, with a focus on value-based pricing and higher-margin business mix [37][39] Question: How is the company addressing the challenges in the basic industries and paper? - Management noted that while there are challenges, new business and innovation are strong, and there is optimism for recovery in these sectors [80] Question: What is the outlook for the One Ecolab cost savings initiative? - The savings target has been raised to $325 million, with ongoing efforts to leverage technology and improve operational efficiency [71][72]

Ecolab (NYSE:ECL) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 10, 2026 01:00 PM ET Speaker2At this time, all participants are in listen-only mode. A question-and-answer session will follow the formal presentation. If anyone should require operator assistance during the conference, please press star zero from your telephone keypad. As a reminder, this conference is being recorded. At this time, it is now my pleasure to introduce your host, Andy Hedberg, Vice President of Investor Relations. Andy, you may now begin.Speake ...

Key Takeaways ECL delivered a quarterly earnings beat, supported by solid revenue growth across multiple global segments.Ecolab expanded gross and operating margins as operating profit rose year over year.ECL issued a positive 2026 outlook, citing higher sales and earnings growth expectations.Ecolab Inc. (ECL) has reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.08, up 14.9% year over year. The bottom line surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.8%.GAAP EPS for the quarter was $1.98, ...

ECOLAB Fourth Quarter 2025 Supplemental February 10, 2026 1 Cautionary statement Forward-Looking Information This communication contains forward looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Ac t of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding macroeconomic conditions and our financial and business performance and prospects, including sales, earnings, special (gains) and charges, raw material costs, margins, pricing, cu ...

分组1 - Ecolab reported quarterly earnings of $2.08 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.06 per share, and up from $1.81 per share a year ago, representing an earnings surprise of +0.80% [1] - The company posted revenues of $4.2 billion for the quarter ended December 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.07%, and an increase from $4.01 billion year-over-year [2] - Ecolab shares have increased approximately 9.8% since the beginning of the year, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.7% [3] 分组2 - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $1.69 on revenues of $3.98 billion, and for the current fiscal year, it is $8.44 on revenues of $17.07 billion [7] - The Zacks Industry Rank for Chemical - Specialty is currently in the bottom 25% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating potential challenges for stock performance [8] - Ecolab holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), suggesting that the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future [6]

Core Viewpoint - Ecolab has forecasted current-year profit to exceed Wall Street estimates, driven by anticipated growth in its business segments, which will enhance demand for its technologies and services, including cleaning and sanitization solutions [1] Group 1 - Ecolab expects growth in its business segments to positively impact demand for its technologies and services [1] - The company's profit forecast for the current year is above Wall Street estimates, indicating strong performance expectations [1]

While reporting financial results for the fourth quarter on Tuesday, Ecolab Inc. (ECL) said it expects adjusted earnings for the first quarter in a range of $1.67 to $1.73 per share.On average, nine analysts polled expect the company to report earnings of $1.69 per share for the quarter. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items.Looking ahead to fiscal 2026, the company now projects adjusted earnings in a range of $8.43 to $8.63 per share. The Street is looking for earnings of $8.48 per share for ...

Financial Performance - Reported sales for Q4 2025 were $4.2 billion, an increase of 5% year-over-year, with organic sales growth of 3%[3] - Adjusted diluted EPS for Q4 2025 was $2.08, reflecting a 15% increase compared to the previous year, while reported diluted EPS was $1.98, up 19%[3] - Ecolab's net income attributable to the company for Q4 2025 was $563.9 million, a 19% increase from the prior year[2] - Net sales for Q4 2025 reached $4,196.0 million, a 5% increase from $4,005.2 million in Q4 2024[50] - Total net sales for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, were $16,081.2 million, up 2% from $15,741.4 million in 2024[50] - Operating income for Q4 2025 increased by 22% to $712 million, with an operating income margin of 17.0%[2] - Reported GAAP net sales for Q4 2025 reached $4,196.0 million, a 4.8% increase from $4,005.2 million in Q4 2024[57] - Non-GAAP adjusted net sales for the full year 2025 were $16,077.5 million, compared to $15,741.4 million in 2024, reflecting a growth of 2.1%[57] - Reported GAAP operating income for the full year 2025 was $2,737.6 million, a decrease from $2,802.4 million in 2024[62] Future Outlook - Ecolab expects adjusted diluted EPS for 2026 to be in the range of $8.43 to $8.63, representing a growth of 12% to 15%[3] - The company anticipates reported sales growth of 7% to 9% and organic sales growth of 3% to 4% in 2026, with organic growth expected to accelerate throughout the year[22] - Ecolab anticipates adjusted diluted earnings per share for Q1 2026 to be in the range of $1.67 to $1.73, representing an increase of 11% to 15% compared to $1.50 in the same quarter last year[25] - Ecolab's future outlook for 2025 includes an estimated earnings per share of $7.53, factoring in a $0.13 per share impact from non-cash amortization related to the Ovivo Electronics acquisition[24] Operational Efficiency - The company is targeting annualized savings from its One Ecolab productivity initiatives to increase from $225 million to $325 million by 2027[5] - The company is focusing on restructuring efforts and strategic sales to enhance operational efficiency and profitability[66] - Ecolab's Digital sales surged by 24% to $99 million in Q4 2025, driven by strong growth in software and hardware subscriptions[6] - The acquisition of Ovivo Electronics is expected to contribute approximately $0.13 per share in non-cash amortization, enhancing Ecolab's Global High-Tech business[3] - The company is focused on integrating AI technology and data-driven insights into its operations to enhance customer service and operational efficiency[27] Tax and Special Charges - The adjusted tax rate for Q4 2025 was 19.4%, up from 18.2% in Q4 2024, reflecting changes in geographic income mix[9] - The company expects special charges in Q1 2026 to be approximately $0.19 per share, primarily related to restructuring and acquisition costs associated with Ovivo Electronics[26] - Special charges for 2025 are expected to be $59.7 million in Q4, primarily related to One Ecolab[68] - Discrete tax expenses for Q4 2025 are projected at ($35.7) million, associated with deferred tax attributes and share-based compensation[69] Risks and Challenges - The company faces various risks, including economic factors, supply chain challenges, and geopolitical instability, which could impact future performance[31] Corporate Goals - The company aims to help protect 2 billion people from infections and provide drinking water for 1 billion people by 2030[27] - Ecolab's comprehensive approach spans multiple industries, including food, healthcare, and life sciences, contributing to a significant portion of global food production and power generation[27] Financial Metrics - Total assets as of December 31, 2025, were $24,696.3 million, an increase from $22,387.8 million in 2024[54] - Total liabilities as of December 31, 2025, were $14,891.8 million, compared to $13,598.6 million in 2024[54] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $646.2 million in 2025 from $1,256.8 million in 2024[54] - Reported GAAP gross profit for Q4 2025 was $1,847.6 million, resulting in a gross margin of 44.0%, up from 43.3% in Q4 2024[57] - Non-GAAP adjusted operating income for Q4 2025 was $787.2 million, with an operating income margin of 18.5%, compared to 17.0% in Q4 2024[57] - The reported GAAP tax rate for 2025 was 17.8%, compared to 17.1% in 2024, reflecting an increase in the effective tax burden[59]

Industry and Market Information Industry and market information, including market share data, contained in this presentation are based on management's current estimates of potential opportunities of Ecolab. These estimates have been made in good faith based on management's knowledge and, in some cases, upon industry surveys and other publicly available information. Although we provide the information and estimates based on assumptions we believe to reasonable, there can be no assurance that actual results w ...

Key Takeaways Ecolab is set to report Q4 results, with consensus EPS of $2.06 on expected total revenues of $4.19 billion.ECL's Global Water segment is driven by Food & Beverage gains, Light & Heavy growth and 3D TRASAR adoption.ECL's Digital platform topped $380 million in annualized sales, driven by subscription and hardware growth.Ecolab, Inc. (ECL) is scheduled to report fourth-quarter 2025 results on Feb. 10, before the opening bell.In the last reported quarter, the company’s adjusted earnings per shar ...